Discover infectious disease physician opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Infectious disease physicians diagnose and treat illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, while helping patients and care teams navigate complex infections and prevention strategies.
These specialists evaluate challenging or persistent infections, recommend diagnostic testing, interpret results, and develop treatment plans. They may also advise on antimicrobial use, infection prevention, immunization, travel-related health risks, and emerging infectious diseases. Depending on the role, physicians may work directly with patients or support hospitals and communities through consultation, research, and public health programs.
Infectious disease physicians work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, laboratories, government agencies, and research organizations. Positions can include inpatient consultation, outpatient care, infection prevention leadership, clinical research, and public health response. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer and specialty focus.
These roles generally require a medical degree, completion of residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. Licensure and board certification requirements depend on the position and jurisdiction. Employers may also value clinical judgment, clear communication, collaboration across specialties, and experience with antimicrobial stewardship or infection control.
Find opportunities that align with your clinical interests, experience, and career goals. Browse infectious disease physician jobs on Ladders and review role details, employer requirements, and compensation information for positions paying $100,000 or more.
Medical Science Liaison, Rare Neurology, New England
$152K - $228K *
Drive impactful scientific engagement as a Medical Science Liaison, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders. Leverage clinical expertise to support strategic medi...
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Medical Science Liaison, Rare Neurology, New England
$152K - $228K *
Engage with healthcare professionals to drive scientific exchange and collaboration. Leverage clinical expertise to support medical objectives and foster relationships within the rare disease ecosyste...
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Medical Science Liaison, Rare Neurology, New England
$152K - $228K *
Engage with healthcare practitioners to build relationships and support medical objectives. Leverage scientific expertise to communicate effectively and drive collaboration within the rare disease eco...
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Family Medicine Physician - Austin, TX
$200K - $350K *
Unlock potential by delivering expert wound care in a flexible, mobile practice. Enjoy autonomy with no nights, weekends, or call responsibilities while earning competitive compensation and gaining sp...
3 weeks ago
Remote Medical Director, Inpatient Marketplace
$215K - $408K *
Join a dynamic team to lead medical management and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal care delivery and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with clinical teams and providers to enhan...
2 days ago
Director of Health & Wellness (RN)
$125K - $135K *
Join us in enhancing senior care by leading a dedicated team of health professionals. Oversee clinical services, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of excellence while making a meaningful impact...
1 week ago
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING / INFECTION CONTROL NURSE!
$80K - $95K *
Champion infection control and nursing excellence in a long-term care facility. Lead staff training, develop infection prevention strategies, and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient s...
3 weeks ago
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING / INFECTION CONTROL NURSE!
$80K - $95K *
Advance your nursing career by leading a dedicated team in infection control and management. Oversee staff training, implement infection prevention strategies, and collaborate with stakeholders to enh...
3 weeks ago
$350K - $490K *
Empower your career as a Medical Director, leading clinical excellence and shaping healthcare protocols. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance wellness in a Native Community and ensure high-qua...
1 month ago
Senior Director, Clinical Diagnostics and Precision Medicine
$242K - $403K *
Lead global companion diagnostics strategy, integrating diagnostic plans with clinical development and regulatory objectives. Drive execution across therapeutic programs, ensuring alignment with patie...
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RN Clinician Educator / Cardiology
$80K - $95K *
Engage with clinical staff as a resource on education and competency. Drive professional development through onboarding, training, and quality improvement. Collaborate with leadership to enhance nursi...
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Lead Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care
$95K - $115K *
Elevate patient care as a Lead Provider, guiding clinical staff and delivering high-quality healthcare in an urgent care setting. Collaborate, mentor, and ensure compliance while making a meaningful i...
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Lead Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by leading a dedicated team in delivering exceptional patient care. As a clinical leader, you'll mentor new providers and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure high...
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Lead Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care
$141K - $177K *
Empower patient care by leading a team of providers in an urgent care setting, delivering high-quality medical services, mentoring new staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while...
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Manager, Clinical Scientist, Internal Medicine
$128K - $210K *
Accelerate your career by supporting clinical studies and collaborating with experts to enhance drug development. Contribute to innovative research while ensuring compliance and data integrity in a dy...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Head of Clinical Pharmacology
$235K - $329K *
Lead clinical pharmacology initiatives, overseeing drug development across infectious disease and oncology programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic advancements and ensure...
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$110K - $130K *
Champion operational excellence by steering the activities of Divisional Directors, ensuring compliance with system policies while promoting high-quality healthcare services in a dynamic and collabora...
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$250K - $300K *
Lead a dynamic neurology practice focused on patient-centered care, specializing in EEG, EMG, and pain management. Collaborate with a supportive team to diagnose and manage diverse neurological condit...
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$180K - $220K *
Transform healthcare delivery by leading a dedicated team of providers, ensuring best practices in a patient-centered environment while serving diverse communities with high-quality primary care servi...
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Associate Clinical Director (ACD) - CCM/PCM
$90K - $110K *
Shape the future of healthcare as you lead operational excellence and quality assurance in care management programs, driving performance and compliance while supporting a dedicated team to enhance pat...
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Gastroenterology Physician Assistant - San Francisco Bay Area
$180K *
Transform patient care by joining a supportive gastroenterology team, focusing on comprehensive evaluations and patient education. Enjoy a balanced schedule with mentorship from experienced profession...
2 days ago
NTP - Medical Student - Non-HCW - AC
$250K - $250K+*
Lead the charge in advancing research initiatives by collaborating with faculty and supporting clinical studies, while gaining hands-on experience in data collection and regulatory processes within a...
3 weeks ago
Primary Care Physician - Sign-On Bonus Available - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$308K - $369K *
Champion patient-centered care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute, chronic, and well visits, while supervising colleagues and utilizing your clinical expertise t...
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Obesity Medicine Physician (Remote)
$210K - $230K *
Transform patient outcomes by delivering high-quality care in obesity medicine. Join a dynamic, remote team dedicated to innovative, evidence-based chronic disease management focused on obesity treatm...
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Manager Hemophilia Treatment Center
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What does an infectious disease physician do?
An infectious disease physician diagnoses and treats infections and advises on prevention, testing, antimicrobial therapy, and infection control. Some also conduct research or contribute to public health initiatives.
Where do infectious disease physicians work?
They may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, research organizations, laboratories, government agencies, or public health settings.
What training is required to become an infectious disease physician?
Most positions require a medical degree, residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. State licensure and board certification requirements vary.
What skills are important for infectious disease physician jobs?
Important skills include diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, communication, collaboration, and knowledge of antimicrobial use and infection prevention. Specific requirements depend on the role.
How can I find infectious disease physician jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse infectious disease physician listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.